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DIY Tools: The Backsaw and The Hacksaw

The Backsaw

The backsaw is a slender crosscut saw having a reinforced
back to supply rigidity. It is generally a crosscut saw, 10 to 20 inches in
length and with 10 to 14 teeth to the inch. For short, accurate cuts, like in
mitring, it is the best tool to use.

The Hacksaw

The hacksaw is a fine-toothed saw utilized for cutting
metals. You'll find it valuable in your home workshop when you need to shorten
a screw or bolt, when you should cut off or through a nail, and when a piece of
pipe or hardware must be made to fit.